More than 50 million Americans reside in small towns rather than large cities, and two of the nation’s safest small cities might be closer to home than you think!
In 2024, MoneyGeek analyzed crime statistics and the cost of crimes in cities with populations ranging from 30,000 to 100,000.
Topping the list as the safest small city in the U.S. is Columbus, Indiana, located about 40 miles south of Indianapolis. The city boasts the lowest crime cost per capita in the study, at just $22.
Even closer to Indianapolis, Zionsville ranks fourth, with a crime cost per capita of only $52.
While many of the safest small cities are concentrated in the Northwest, a few are located in other regions, including the Midwest and the West.
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Keelee McCain is a junior at Weber High School. This is her second year on staff, this year as Assistant to the Chief. She does have a life (probably) but she can't think of anything to write in here, so she's probably just going to ramble now. She has an orange cat who she likes better than any human. If you see her being quiet or not sitting on top of a desk, there is something very wrong. In her free time she enjoys harassing her favorite teachers and sleeping. Her life plans include making it through high school and leaving. Happy lifeing.
